Making the World Move
Exolum are an innovative fuel storage company with the priority of a green energy future operating globally. People are at the heart of our expansion plans with a focus on developing our colleagues to reach their potential while accepting everyone as they are!
Terminal Controller – Grays 6 months FTC
About the role
We are looking for a Terminal Controller at our Grays site, ensuring the safe and efficient receipt, dispatch and transfer of client products. Ensuring compliance of drivers, contractors and other terminal staff with Exolum Terminals Grays, Fire, Safety and Security instructions.
Key Responsibility
• Comply with all Exolum safety and environmental policies and procedures
• Being fully familiar with the requirements of the On Site Emergency Plan
• Acting as Traffic Controller during on and off site emergencies
• Supervising the receipt and dispatch of product to road vehicles
• Ensuring drivers comply with site safety rules on the loading bays
• Carrying out the preparation of shipping lines before shipping operations
• Operate the site weighbridges as required
• Assisting the Senior Terminal Controller in carrying out his duties
• Carrying out Planned Maintenance Inspections
• Reporting damaged or worn equipment promptly
• Site housekeeping
• Pigging and line clearance after shipping operations
• Work to standards, procedures that meet COMAH requirements
• Ensure all tasks carried out conform to company policies, procedures and systems.
• Comply with the Values and Fundamental Principles of the company
• Champion behavioural safety and staff health and wellbeing
About You
The successful candidate will have the ability to follow written procedures, responding correctly to alarm situations in a calm manner. Lone working at night and/or at weekends and be based outside working in inclement weather conditions (PPE will be provided)
Have the ability to halt activities deemed to be unsafe with good communication skills and
computer skills, e.g. CSI system/weighbridge. Preferable industry experience in aspects of fuel terminal processes would be an advantage.
Trades experience(mechanical/electrical) with a good level of school education in Maths, English and Science.
Preferable trades qualification e.g. HNC, BTEC mechanical or electrical with process operating qualifications.
Be prepared to complete training courses, including the possibility to travel to other terminals for those courses
In order to succeed in the role you will need industry experience in aspects of fuel terminal processes. Trades experience(mechanical/electrical) with a good level of school education in Maths, English and Science. Trades qualification e.g. HNC, BTEC mechanical or electrical with process operating qualifications would be an advantage. Be prepared to complete training courses, including the possibility to travel to other terminals.
About the Benefits
• Circa £41,000.00 depending on experience per annum- up to £49,941.36 on completion of all training.
• Pension – up to Employee 6% and Employer 9%
• Holiday – 25 days
• Personalised career development plans
• Single Private Health Insurance via BUPA
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• Life Assurance x5 and Disability insurance
• Wellbeing Initiatives
• Employee Resource Groups – EDI Group, Employee Forum, Wellbeing Committee
About the Process
The first step is to apply – please visit https://jobs.exolum.com/ to complete your application. Once your application has been reviewed, if you are successful, you will be invited to meet our amazing team and your potential new line manager for a face-to-face interview. Depending on the role, you may be required to attend a second stage interview so we can get to know you even more!
About Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
At Exolum, we believe that diversity is the engine that fuels innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where diverse voices are not only heard but also amplified. We recognise that our differences—when embraced with respect—drive smarter decisions, stronger performance, and a culture where everyone can be their authentic selves.
We actively seek out diverse individuals who are dedicated to our values of building a welcoming workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, cultures, experiences, identities, and abilities, as we strive for a richer mix of talents, perspectives, and ideas.
About your data
The information provided by you will be used by Exolum to process your application and, if successful, in connection with your future employment with us. Any information held by us relating to you will be destroyed six months after the post has been filled. If we wish to retain your information for future vacancies, we will seek your express consent to do so. All processing of data will be in compliance with data protection laws. For further information on how we handle your data read our UK privacy notice for job applicants, employees, workers and agency workers which is available on our website: Disclosures and legal notices by country – Exolum
The roles we advertise are not intended to be limited in terms of responsibilities. You can expected to be supported, challenged and inspired with the opportunity to take on other duties/responsibilities from time to time to aid in your development and broaden your experience.